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afight
May 18, 2025Tutor
Orbi continually disconnects
I had the RBR50 with one satellite for many years and it worked perfectly. Then one day, it started dropping connections and slow connections. I thought it was due to be replaced since we had it for ...
FURRYe38
May 19, 2025Guru - Experienced User
Does the front LED on the RBR or RBS turn PINK or blink WHITE when this happens?
What Firmware version is currently loaded?
What is the Mfr and model# of the Internet Service Providers modem/ONT the NG router is connected too?
Be sure your using a good quality LAN cable between the modem and router. CAT6A STP is recommended.
How many RBS are deployed?
What is the size of your home? Sq Ft?
What is the distance between the router 📡 and satellite(s)🛰️? 30 feet or more is recommended in between RBR 📡 and RBS 🛰️ to begin with depending upon building materials when wired or wirelessly connected.
https://kb.netgear.com/31029/Where-should-I-place-my-Orbi-satellite ‌‌🛰
Does this happen with the RBS turned OFF?
Does this happen with both wireless and wired devices?
What channel configurations are currently set on the router?
Be sure to disable any MAC Address randomizers on phones and pads while at home:
https://community.netgear.com/kb/en-orbi-knowledge-sharing/netgear-mobile-applications-and-androidapplewindows-devices-faq/2457046
Disable all logging on the RBR...
Has a factory reset and setup from scratch been performed since last FW update?